RPG Diffusor Systems

Academy of the Holy Cross, Kensington, MD
Project Description
The Academy of the Holy Cross is a Catholic college preparatory school in Kensington, MD that has been sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross since 1868. The Academy is committed to developing women of courage, compassion, and scholarship who responsibly meet the social, spiritual and intellectual challenges of the world. In November 2001, the school broke ground for an Arts & Sciences Building and Theatre. Completed and opened in Fall 2003, the addition is the first for the school since 1960. The proscenium style, single-floor, multi-use theater is used primarily for musicals, but it is also frequently used for dramatic presentations, lectures, dance and panel discussions. Acoustical products supplied by RPG Diffusor Systems contributed to the overall success of the project. Monoradial Waveform Ceiling Clouds over the audience and FlutterFree on the side walls near the stage disperse the sound throughout the auditorium for uniform, quality listening.
Acoustician
We were glad to work with an Owner and Architect that had their priorities straight. They understood that the multi-use nature of the space would require particular attention to room shapes and finishes. We used RPG sound diffusing products based on our past experience, not only for acoustic performance and quality, but also for RPG’s commitment to the project schedule. RPG’s involvement was great since I was able to have a single source provider for all acoustical materials and all of my doubts about quality and timely delivery ceased to exist. Mr. Luis-Eduardo Soares, Principal Consultant Electro-Media Design, LTD. (Rockville, MD) http://www.electro-media.com
Client
Since the new Theater opened, our musicals have been standing room only. We are also experiencing wonderful turnout for our introduction of classical drama. It is truly a theater for the arts and not just an auditorium. Amongst schools, it is one of the finest acoustical spaces I have experienced. It is extraordinary for musicals. We recently performed Fiddler on the Roof and had five scenes out in the house. Student performers could face 360 degrees and still be understood. I have sat in all four corners of the Theater and can always hear clearly. Others have responded in the same positive way. Ms. Marylynne Boss, Associate Head of School The Academy of the Holy Cross (Kensington, MD) http://academyoftheholycross.org
Architect
	Mr. John Gibson DVA Architects (Gaithersburg, MD) http://www.dva-arch.com